CUM1 — Neurospora crassa

Summary

NCU08769 (CUM1, con-6) in Neurospora crassa chromosome 3 encodes the conidiation-specific protein con-6, a member of the UPF0654 domain family. The gene is associated with conidia formation, sporulation, spore germination, conidiophore development, morphogenesis, and embryogenesis. It has been linked to circadian rhythm, signal transduction, calcium signaling, membrane transport, methylation, and sphingolipid and carotenoid anabolism. Associations with pigmentation, hypersensitivity, and oxidative stress response are also noted. The encoded protein localises to the cytoplasm, cytosol, and nucleus. Related genes in other species encode UPF0654 proteins.